Lead Infant Teacher

About Brella
Brella is on a mission to create a beloved child care experience for today's families and the educators who support them. Founded in 2019 by two busy moms, Brella was created to reimagine child care through a flexible model that meets the needs of modern families while providing children with a high-quality early learning experience.

At Brella, our educators are at the heart of what we do. We believe great child care starts with caring for the caregiver, which is why we are committed to building an employee experience rooted in belonging, wellbeing, and growth. Teaching at Brella is a great fit for educators who are adaptable, collaborative, and passionate about making a meaningful impact in early childhood education — whether they are growing their skills in the classroom, exploring leadership opportunities, or building a long-term career in ECE.

Where We're Located
Hollywood: 909 N Orange Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90038 

This center is open Monday-Friday and shifts typically run between 7:45 AM - 6:15 PM. 

About the Role

We are looking to hire a  Lead Infant Teacher who works with 12-18 month old's who is excited about building a new model of child care that responds to families' varying child care needs, while also delivering the highest quality experiences for children. If you embrace change, are eager to learn, take pride in what you do and see your time with children no matter how long or short as a learning opportunity we invite you to apply.

As a Brella Lead Infant Teacher, You Will

• Develop classroom procedures and manage the classroom's flow of the day guiding co-teachers to achieve classroom management and quality curriculum implementation assuming a fair share of classroom responsibilities
• Mentor, train and grow teachers, modeling Brella's teacher best practices and supporting the teacher evaluation process
• Actively participate in workshops, training, special events and Lead Teacher meetings and relay administration updates and information constructively and effectively with the team
• Collaborate and communicate respectfully with coworkers creating positive relationships and center culture
• Manage classroom materials (ie - ordering, storing and labeling materials) to ensure maintenance of a well-organized, developmentally appropriate classroom
• Implement Brella curriculum and develop daily modifications as needed per age group or emergent class interests and demonstrate that the target curriculum engagement/quality elements are being achieved
• Act as point person for family communication providing curriculum and development updates
• Model and mentor providing a safe and loving environment for children in collaboration with a team

Experience, Knowledge & Abilities

• Meet all state teaching experience, education and additional state requirements if hired including at least 12 ECE (Required)
• 1 year of experience in a childcare setting in the U.S. serving in a Lead Teacher role or similar capacity (Required)
• 3+ years of early childhood education teaching experience (Preferred)
• Experience mentoring and coaching other teachers and AA/BA degree w/6 administration units (Preferred)
• Ability to be flexible and approach change with a positive mindset
• Understands effective communication styles to provide feedback to administration, co-teachers and parents
• Proactively seeks out resources to continually improve performance in self and others
• Experience mentoring and growing co-teachers with effective collaboration and problem solving skills
• Expertise in early learning/development and group care settings, including knowledge of current research, regulations, and best practices
• Ability to model a patient, caring and calm demeanor respectfully interacting with every child
• Experience in coaching other teachers in Reggio, RIE and Montessori methodologies

Caring for the Caregiver

At Brella, we care for our caregivers through competitive pay, meaningful benefits, paid time off, and opportunities to grow and connect. Full-time educators at Brella are eligible for:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Brella-sponsored life insurance and LTD 
• 401(k) eligibility to contribute after 3 months
• Paid Time Off
• Sick & Safe Time
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Days at tenure milestones
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Access to Stanford FIND professional development
• Referral program
• Team celebrations and community connection 

Physical Demands

• Move comfortably throughout the classroom and center, including lifting, reaching, squatting, climbing, sitting, walking, bending, and standing for extended periods of time
• Safely interact with and physically support children ages 3 months to 6 years using appropriate child-handling techniques
• Lift children or classroom materials up to 50 pounds, as needed
• Maintain the mental and physical alertness needed to supervise children and respond to daily classroom needs
• Respond immediately and appropriately to unexpected situations, safety concerns, or emergencies
• Follow all state, federal, and Brella guidelines related to immunizations, employment physicals, required health and safety training, and safe classroom practices

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed, not an exhaustive list of all essential functions and responsibilities. Qualified applicants or employees with a disability must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The pay range for this position is $23.50 - $26.50 hourly with final compensation determined based on experience and qualifications.